Carnival parades will soon take over the Crescent City and the Regional Transit Authority wants to remind people that the Algiers/Canal Street Ferry will extend its operating hours.

Officials at the RTA said beginning Friday and through Mardi Gras Day, the Algiers Point/Canal Street Ferry will extend its operating hours to accommodate for the increase in passenger traffic for Carnival parades.

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The extended hours include:

RTA officials said departure times during peak traffic periods may vary. During the fireworks display on Lundi Gras, the ferry will be required to be out of service from 6 p.m. to 7:15 p.m.

While the Algiers/Canal Street Ferry will extend its hours, officials said the Lower Algiers/Chalmette Crossing will maintain its normal operating schedule.

More information about the RTA and its public transportation schedules can be found online.